A novel method for left anterior coronary artery flow velocity assessment by transthoracic echocardiography at the peak of a supine bicycle test.
CONCLUSION: Non-invasive CFVR measurement in the LAD could provide valuable additional information to a conventional echocardiography exercise test. In routine clinical practice, CFVR is sufficient for a diagnosis of severe stenosis.
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Source: Acta Radiologica - Category: Radiology Authors: Zagatina A, Zhuravskaya N, Egom E, Kovacova G, Kruzliak P Tags: Acta Radiol Source Type: research